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13/09/2026

13/09/2026

Major Reshuffle in Srinagar Police, 15 Officers Transferred , Athar Parvaiz Posted as SHO Parimpora.

Srinagar, Sept 13 CNN: In a significant administrative reshuffle, the District Police Headquarters Srinagar has ordered the transfer of 15 police officers, including Inspectors and Police Sub-Inspectors, with immediate effect.

The transfers have been ordered in the interest of administration, with several officers being posted as Station House Officers (SHOs) at different police stations across Srinagar.

As per Order No. 1178 of 2026 dated September 12, 2026, Inspector Gowhar Hussain has been posted as SHO Police Station Harwan, while Inspector Athar Parvaiz has been posted as SHO Police Station Parimpora.

Inspector Gowhar Ali Ganai has been posted as SHO Police Station M.R. Gunj, while Inspector Bilal Ahmad Khanday will take charge as SHO Police Station Batmaloo.

Inspector Rabinder Singh has been posted as SHO Police Station Rainawari and Inspector Mushtaq Ahmad as SHO Police Station Shaheed Gunj.

Inspector Tanveer Ahmad Dar has been posted as SHO Police Station Nigeen, while PSI Suhail Anees Khan has been posted as SHO Police Station Ahmad Nagar.

Inspector Naseer Ahmad Malik has been posted as SHO Police Station Sangam.

Meanwhile, several officers have been transferred to District Police Lines (DPL) Srinagar, including Inspector Taseer Hamid, Inspector Sabzar Ahmad, Inspector Wasim Jehangir, Inspector Showkat Hussain and PSI Zaheer Nissar Naseer.

Inspector Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir has been posted as In-Charge DSB Srinagar.

The order further states that three Probationary Deputy Superintendents of Police (DySPs) of the 2024 batch, who were functioning as independent SHOs at Police Stations Shaheed Gunj, Rainawari and Ahmad Nagar, shall report to DPL Srinagar to undergo the remaining components of their prescribed practical training programme.

The transferred officers have been deemed relieved to join their new places of posting with effect from September 13, 2026.(CNN)

12/09/2026

DLSA Budgam Facilitates Amicable Settlement of 260 Cases in 3rd National Lok Adalat 2026.

Budgam, 12 September 2026: Under the aegis of National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) and the Jammu & Kashmir Legal Services Authority (J&K LSA), District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Budgam successfully organized 3rd National Lok Adalat of the year 2026 at the District Court Complex Budgam and at the Taluka Courts across the district today.

The National Lok Adalat was inaugurated by Mr. O.P. Baghat, Principal District & Sessions Judge, Budgam/Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Budgam, in the presence of Judicial Officers posted at the District Headquarters, members of the Bar, panel advocates, staff of DLSA Budgam and other stakeholders.
The Lok Adalat was conducted under the overall supervision of the Chairman, DLSA Budgam and under the able guidance of Ms. Tabassum Qadir Parray, Secretary DLSA Budgam with the objective of providing litigants with an effective, expeditious and accessible mechanism for resolution of disputes through mutual settlement and compromise.
For ensuring smooth and effective disposal of cases matters amenable to settlement were identified in advance by the respective courts and placed before seven (07) dedicated Lok Adalat Benches constituted by DLSA Budgam.
Bench No.1: Mr. O.P Baghat (Principal District and Sessions Judge)
Budgam and Mr. Lateef Ahmed Khan (Chief LADC) Budgam

Bench No. 2: Mr. Abdul Bari (Chief Judicial Magistrate) Budgam and
Mr. Easar-ul-Nabi (Special Mobile Magistrate Budgam)

Bench No.3: Mr. Shafeeq Ahmad Malik (Sub-Judge Chadoora) and
Mr. A.R Hanjura (Senior Advocate)

Bench No.4: Mr. Syed Tayoub Bukhari (Munsiff JMIC Chadoora) and
Mr. Javed Rather (Advocate).

Bench No.5: Ms. Rabiya Snober Gulzar (Munsiff JMIC Magam) and
Mr. Hilal Ahmad (Advocate)

Bench No. 6. Ms. Aiman Amin (Munsiff JMIC Charar-i-sharif) and
Mr. N.A Mashooq (Bar President Charar-i-sharif)

Bench No. 7. Mr. Tawfeel Ahmad Mir (Additional Mobile Magistrate
Beerwah) and Mr. Safeer Ahmad Reshi (Panel Lawyer).
The Lok Adalat provided a comprehensive forum for settlement of a wide range of disputes, including civil disputes, compoundable criminal cases, cheque bounce cases, bank recovery matters, Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) claims, land compensation matters, matrimonial and family disputes, pre-litigation matters, social welfare disputes, labour disputes, revenue matters, BSNL-related issues, municipal matters and cases concerning various government schemes, besides other matters amenable to settlement in accordance with law.
During the Lok Adalat, a total of 439 cases were taken up before the seven benches, out of which 260 cases were amicably settled through mutual consent and compromise.
A total settlement amount of ₹24036591/- (Rupees Two Crore Forty Lack Thirty Six Thousand Five Hundred Ninety One only) was awarded/realized by way of compensation, recovery and settlement during the Lok Adalat.
DLSA Budgam's Commitment to Access to Justice
The successful conduct of the National Lok Adalat reflects the continued commitment of DLSA Budgam towards strengthening access to justice and providing a people-centric platform for amicable resolution of disputes. Lok Adalats provide litigants with an opportunity to resolve disputes in a less formal, expeditious and cost-effective manner while also reducing the burden of prolonged litigation on the parties as well as the courts.
DLSA Budgam has been consistently undertaking various legal services and awareness initiatives aimed at ensuring that no person is denied access to justice on account of economic or other disabilities. Through its legal aid machinery, awareness programmes, counselling initiatives, legal literacy activities, pre-litigation intervention and Lok Adalats, DLSA Budgam endeavours to bring legal services closer to the people, particularly those who require assistance in accessing the justice delivery system.
The successful disposal of the cases during the 3rd National Lok Adalat 2026 is a significant step towards the objective of “Access to Justice for All” and reaffirms the commitment of DLSA Budgam to facilitating speedy, affordable and amicable resolution of disputes.

12/09/2026

Haq Nawaz Zargar Transferred; Appointed Principal Secretary to Chief Justice.

Srinagar, Sept 12, CNS: In a significant administrative reshuffle in the subordinate judiciary, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has transferred Haq Nawaz Zargar, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and placed his services at the disposal of the Hon’ble Chief Justice for his adjustment as Principal Secretary to the Chief Justice against a vacant post.

As an interim arrangement, the Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar has been entrusted with the additional charge of the Court of Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, until the post is filled on a regular basis.

The arrangement is aimed at ensuring continuity in the functioning of the Principal District and Sessions Court, Srinagar, following the transfer of the incumbent judicial officer.(CNS)

12/09/2026

NIA raids multiple locations across Kashmir

12/09/2026

On the sidelines of the BRICS Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of bilateral meetings with world leaders, including Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim, Ethiopia PM Abiy Ahmed, and Vietnam PM Le Minh Hung. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral partnerships, enhancing economic cooperation, and expanding collaboration across key sectors.

12/09/2026

Day 4 of Strike at Block Uri

Uri, Sept 12: The ongoing strike by NHM employees at Block Uri entered its fourth day on Saturday, with staff continuing their protest over long-pending demands. The employees are seeking a wage hike, equal pay for equal work, retirement benefits, EPF, gratuity, childcare benefits, and golden handshake. Protesters said their issues have remained unresolved despite repeated appeals. They urged the authorities to intervene and resolve the matter without further delay.

12/09/2026

Salman Ali Sagar dedicates ₹1.25 crore worth of development projects to public in Buchpora and Ahmad Nagar, Srinagar, including macadamisation, graveyard development and community park works

12/09/2026

Ravinder Raina reached Pulwama, accorded warm welcome by the Pulwama Youth

12/09/2026

3rd National Lok Adalat Held at Munsiff Court Pampore.

The Tehsil Legal Services Committee Pampore, under the guidance and supervision of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Pulwama, successfully organized the 3rd National Lok Adalat on 12th of September 2026 at the Munsiff Court Pampore. The Lok Adalat was aimed at providing speedy, economical, and amicable resolution of disputes, thereby ensuring easy access to justice for the general public.

The proceedings of the National Lok Adalat were conducted by Bench No. 06, presided over by Ms. Uzma Amin, Munsiff and Chairperson, TLSC Pampore, along with Bench Member Advocate Aijaz Ahmad Khan. The Bench actively encouraged the parties to resolve their disputes through dialogue, mutual understanding, and conciliation.
Through effective mediation efforts and constructive interaction with the litigants, *out of 40 cases 27 were amicably settled on the spot, involving a realisation of settlement amount of Rs. 9,70,000/-* The settlements provided immediate relief to the litigants and also contributed significantly towards reducing the pendency of cases in the regular courts.
The successful conduct of the National Lok Adalat was further facilitated by the cooperation and assistance of the Prosecuting Officer, Pampore, Mr. Noveed Sarwer Khan, whose proactive role proved instrumental in resolving several matters amicably.
The National Lok Adalat held at Munsiff Court Pampore once again highlighted the importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms in delivering timely, cost-effective, and accessible justice. Such initiatives reflect the continued commitment of the Legal Services Authorities towards promoting harmony, reducing litigation, and strengthening public confidence in the justice delivery system.